2025 Lubbock Arts Festival Program

2025

reNEW!

“My hope is to leave this world a little bit better for my being here.”

— Jim Henson (1936-1990)

In Memoriam.

Craig McDonald (1934-2025)

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raig McDonald used his lifetime of successes to become one of the largest benefactors of the visual and musical arts in West Texas.

His belief in the transformative power of the arts will resonate for years to come.

n GENERAL ADMISSION: Adults: $5 online/$7 at the door Children: 12 & under admitted FREE with paid accompanying adult Tickets available at LubbockArtsFestival.org, 806-744-2787, or at the door Lubbock Memorial Civic Center • 1501 Mac Davis Lane n GENERAL HOURS OF OPERATION: Saturday, April 12, 10am - 5pm n Sunday, April 13, Noon - 5pm

The annual Lubbock Arts Festival is a project of the Lubbock Arts Alliance.

Our mission is to foster the creation, understanding and enjoyment of the arts.

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reNEW! Cover, clockwise from upper left: Great Promise for American Indians; Turquoise Door by Pat Maines; Rangoli: Colorful Powders in Patterns; Melted Crayon Painting by Pat Maines

n Featured Artist: Pat Maines

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at Maines work perfectly embodies the spirit of our 2025 theme “reNEW!” Her artistry is rooted in adaptive reuse, transforming discarded items into stunning mixed-media creations.

From discontinued tile samples to lost chess pieces and even lipstick lids, she breathes new life into objects that others might overlook. Her work is a testament to the beauty of reinvention and the joy of giving things another purpose.

Her attention to detail shines in every piece she creates, whether 3D or 2D. Pat’s innovative use of reused materials is evident in her miniatures, purses, greeting cards, assemblages, and even melted crayon paintings. Each piece invites you to take a closer look and discover the joy of transformation.

As you explore her booth, you’ll see her passion for giving objects a second chance—and perhaps feel inspired to embrace a little creativity and renewal in your own life. For Pat, being a maker is about more than creating art; it’s about sharing the happiness that comes from seeing the world in new ways.

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n Special Visual Artist: “Paint Chip Art” Jennifer Lashbrook

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ennifer Lashbrook, a Dallas-based artist, has gained recognition for her innovative and sustainable approach to art, creating intricate pixilated paper collages from recycled paint swatches. Her artistic journey began during art school when repeated trips to hardware stores sparked inspiration.

Drawn to the vibrant organization of paint swatches in the store aisles, she realized the potential of using them as her medium. Rather than mixing paint, she started cutting out swatches to form her compositions. Her early

work focused on realism but eventually morphed into her distinctive pixilated style.

The paint swatches she uses are donated by various companies, often as excess materials following updates to their color palettes. By sourcing from multiple companies, Jennifer expands her range of colors, turning discarded materials into a striking palette for her art. Her creative process not only showcases her artistic vision but also emphasizes sustainability.

Viewing her art through a phone enhances its clarity by reducing the size of the image, creating a sharper focus.

This effect, akin to changing focal depth, highlights the intricate cohesion of her collages. However, Jennifer relies on her hands and eyes during creation, squinting to blur the squares and carefully selecting hues and values, much like a painter comparing colors.

Each piece is the result of a timeintensive process, as she meticulously arranges swatches through trial and error to achieve the perfect balance.

Jennifer’s work is a testament to creativity, patience, and her ability to transform everyday materials into extraordinary art. n jenniferlashbrook.com

n This exhibit is made possible by the Helen Jones Foundation, Inc. Viewing of the exhibit is included with general admission.

n Spotlight Performance: Great Promise for American Indians

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ince 2004, Great Promise for American Indians has performed across the state of Texas with the mission of preserving the traditions, heritage and culture of American Indians. Their culturally authentic programs are both entertaining and informative. Traditions, stories, and history come alive through song and dance. Audiences are introduced

to the sights and sounds of the modern-day powwow which is still a relevant and disciplined form of artistic and cultural expression. Dance styles and regalia are explained and demonstrated.

Narration, live singing and drumming, and audience participation enhances the overall experience.

SPECIAL TICKETED EVENT Saturday, April 12, 2025 Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre Doors open: 1pm; Performance: 2pm - 3pm Open Seating Tickets: LubbockArtsFestival.org, 806-744-2787 • Adults: $15 (including service fee) • Children: 12 & Under FREE with paid accompanying adult • Complimentary admission to Arts Festival with ticket purchase

n Special Visual Artist:

The Majestic Butterflies - Tornado Industrial/Arts

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ornado Industrial/Arts merges industrial expertise with artistic vision, shaping Lubbock’s public art scene. Specializing in large-scale sculpture fabrication and installation, they bring monumental public artworks to life. With a focus on structural integrity and durability, they ensure that public art both captivates and endures. Their work extends beyond galleries, integrating art into Lubbock’s cityscape and daily life.

For the Lubbock Arts Festival, Tornado Industrial/Arts has created two stunning sculptures titled The Majestic Butterflies. Each sculpture features larger-than-life butterflies standing 12 feet tall, with intricately designed wings. These captivating works showcase vibrant colors and dynamic wing patterns, appearing mid-flight to evoke a sense of movement and transformation.

Larry Simmons of Tornado Industrial/Arts states, "The Majestic Butterflies represent the perfect balance between engineering and artistry. Fabricating and installing

these pieces has been a rewarding challenge, and we are honored to contribute to Lubbock's thriving public art scene."

The Majestic Butterflies will be part of an immersive experience at the Lubbock Arts Festival, alongside Del Rio Mullen’s Alice in Wonderlandinspired recycled sculptures and Blooming with Birdie’s Pollinator Tea Party. This interactive exhibit blends fantasy, sustainability, and education, engaging visitors in a meaningful way.

After their debut at the Lubbock Arts Festival, The Majestic Butterflies will become part of the Public Display of Art (PDA) program by the Lubbock Arts Alliance.

Installed at high-traffic intersections, they will become a part of the community’s artistic identity for the next two years.

Larry Simmons This exhibit is made possible by the Sessions Family Foundation. This program (exhibit) made possible in part by a grant from the City of Lubbock as recommended by Civic Lubbock, Inc. This project is supported by the Texas Commission on the Arts.

Viewing of the artwork is included with general admission.

Champion of the Arts: Beth Pennington

The Lubbock Arts Alliance and Lubbock Arts Festival are proud to honor Mrs. Beth Pennington as our “Champion of the Arts!”

Join us in celebrating her extraordinary passion, dedication, and contributions to the arts at the Culinary Canvas Luncheon.

SPECIAL TICKETED EVENT

Culinary Canvas Luncheon INSPIRED BY THE ART OF VINCENT VAN GOGH

Honoring Mrs. Beth Pennington as “Champion of the Arts” Saturday, April 12, 2025 2/3 Banquet Hall Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane Doors: 11:30AM Event: 12PM-1PM Brief lecture on the life and art of Vincent Van Gogh by Dr. Christian Conrad Dress: Business casual Light lunch, dessert, tea service and cash bar available Open Seating Ticket: $24.99 (includes general admission to Lubbock Arts Festival) Tickets: LubbockArtsFestival.org or 806-744-2787 Presented by

47th Annual Lubbock Arts Festival – April 12-13, 2025 n SATURDAY, APRIL 12 LUBBOCK ARTS FESTIVAL OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 10AM-5PM OUTSIDE CIVIC CENTER • 10AM - 5 PM • Chalk Art Area - Sponsored by Orlando’s Italian Restaurant & Caprock Café: North Entry Doors Mallory Prucha, Professional Chalk Artist & Children’s Chalk Area • Show Wagon Stage - Northeast Parking Lot Large Bands & Electronic Dance Music EXHIBIT HALL • 10AM-5PM Featured Artist, Pat Maines, mixed media artist, sponsored by The CH Foundation; entry art display by Maisie Marie Alford, sponsored

by Studio West; 100 visual artists from across the nation showing and selling their work; Demonstrating Artists Area sponsored by BMW of Lubbock: A Cavender Family Dealership; Rangoli Art Area sponsored by Prosperity Bank; “Butterflies” by Tornado Industrial/Arts, Alice in Wonderland by Del Rio Mullen, and “Pollinator Tea Party” by Blooming with Birdie, sponsored

by Sessions Family Foundation; exit art display

by Dr. Christian Conrad.

Texas Tech University School of Art •10AM–5PM Exhibit Hall – Booth B3 Art display by students in the Art, Environment, Sustainability course taught by Professor Carol Flueckiger, exploring the connection between art, the environment, and sustainability through research and creativity.

Special Visual Art Exhibit • 10AM-5PM “Paint Chip Art” by Jennifer Lashbrook Presented by the Helen Jones Foundation, Inc. Pedestrian Walkway J.T. & Margaret Talkington Juried Gallery • 10AM-5PM

1/3 Banquet Hall Exhibit of award-winning art Performance Stage • 10AM-5PM Sponsored by Civic Lubbock, Inc. Pedestrian Walkway Musicians, singers, and actors Children’s Art Area • 10AM-5PM Sponsored by Gandy’s Dairy Pedestrian Walkway “Make & Take” art activities, KIDSTOPS, ArtCarts Young Artist & Young Writer’s Competition • 10AM-5PM Sponsored by Atmos Energy Pedestrian Walkway Art and writing from elementary, junior high, and high school students SPECIAL TICKETED EVENT Culinary Canvas Luncheon Inspired by the Art of Vicent Van Gogh Sponsored by Market Street 2/3 Banquet Hall Doors: 11:30AM; Program: 12PM-1PM Open Seating Honoring Mrs. Beth Pennington as “Champion of the Arts” with special recognition at 12:30PM. Enjoy a delightful event that combines an engaging art history lecture with culinary delights for a truly unique experience! Light lunch, dessert, tea service, and a cash bar available.

Tickets: $24.99 (including service fee) LubbockArtsFestival.org, 806-770-2000 SPECIAL TICKETED EVENT Great Promise for American Indians Sponsored by Texas Tech University Campus Access & Engagement • Theatre Doors open: 1PM; Performance: 2PM-3PM Open Seating • Modern day pow-wow featuring music, song and dance.

Tickets: $15 (including service fee), 12 and under admitted FREE with paid, accompanying adult LubbockArtsFestival.org, 806-770-2000 FREE admission to the Lubbock Arts Festival included with ticket purchase.

SPECIAL FREE EVENT Flower Power’s Inaugural Award Ceremony Sponsored by Flower Power Exhibit Hall – Booth B3 (north side of venue) 4PM-5PM Open Seating The event is in honor of visionaries of climate action awareness. Flower Power will be awarding Dr. Katharine Hayhoe and Dr. Jyotsna Sharma for their contributions in combatting climate change.

n SUNDAY, APRIL 13 LUBBOCK ARTS FESTIVAL OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 10AM-5PM OUTSIDE CIVIC CENTER • NOON - 5 PM • Chalk Art Area - Sponsored by Orlando’s Italian Restaurant & Caprock Café: North Entry Doors Mallory Prucha, Professional Chalk Artist & Children’s Chalk Area • Show Wagon Stage - Northeast Parking Lot Large Bands & Electronic Dance Music EXHIBIT HALL • NOON-5PM Featured Artist, Pat Maines, mixed media artist, sponsored by The CH Foundation; entry art display by Maisie Marie Alford, sponsored

by Studio West; 100 visual artists from across the nation showing and selling their work; Demonstrating Artists Area sponsored by BMW of Lubbock: A Cavender Family Dealership; Rangoli Art Area sponsored by Prosperity Bank; “Butterflies” by Tornado Industrial/Arts, Alice in

Wonderland by Del Rio Mullen, and “Pollinator Tea Party” by Blooming with Birdie, sponsored

by Sessions Family Foundation; exit art display

by Dr. Christian Conrad.

Texas Tech University School of Art • Noon–5PM Exhibit Hall – Booth B3 Art display by students in the Art, Environment, Sustainability course taught by Professor Carol Flueckiger, exploring the connection between art, the environment, and sustainability through research and creativity.

SPECIAL FREE EVENT Book Signing – JOY MACHINE by Jeffie Brewer • Noon-5PM Exhibit Hall – Festival Store Bring your book to get it signed, purchase a book on-site for a signature, or stop by to say hello!

Special Visual Art Exhibit • Noon-5PM “Paint Chip Art” by Jennifer Lashbrook Presented by the Helen Jones Foundation, Inc. Pedestrian Walkway J.T. & Margaret Talkington Juried Gallery • Noon-5PM 1/3 Banquet Hall Exhibit of award-winning art Performance Stage • Noon-5PM Sponsored by Civic Lubbock, Inc. Pedestrian Walkway Musicians, singers, actors and dancers Children’s Art Area • Noon-5PM Sponsored by Gandy’s Dairy Pedestrian Walkway “Make & Take” art activities, KIDSTOPS, ArtCarts Young Artist & Young Writer’s Competition • Noon-5PM Sponsored by Atmos Energy Pedestrian Walkway Art and writing from elementary, junior high, and high school students

n Artist’s work pictured on this page, clockwise from upper left: Diana Corbajai (mixed media) • Troy Daniel (wood) Theresa Fern (mixed media) • Brunky Art - Fine Art by Jason Wallerstein (woodcut) • Miriam Dubinsky (painting) • Gary Kosmas (ceramics) • Jimmy McDonald (drawing) • Herb Grover (photography)

Booth Artists! Support the people who make our Lubbock Arts Festival special year after year. Make a memory – purchase a unique, one-of-akind gift for yourself, or someone special. n Artist’s work pictured on this page, clockwise from upper left: Jerry Gaussoin (metal) Delfie Martinez (glass) Phyllis Gunderson (painting) Elizabeth Jenkins (fiber) Wayne Locke (wood) Pat Skistimas (mixed media) Robert Priddy (photography) Valley Napier (gourds)

Thank you!

We appreciate your support!

Dick & Jane Phillips

City of

Lubbock

This project is made possible in part through a grant from Civic Lubbock, Inc. • This project is supported by a grant from the Harrington Endowment for the Arts of the Community Foundation of West Texas. • This project is supported in part by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts. • This project is supported by the National Endowment for the Arts. • This program (exhibit) made possible in part by a grant from the City of Lubbock as recommended by Civic Lubbock, Inc.

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n Special Visual Artist: Chalk Artist - Mallory Prucha

Mallory’s chalk art brings vibrant, community-driven creativity to public spaces, inspiring audiences and making art accessible to all.

Sponsored by Orlando’s Italian Restaurant & Caprock Café.

Viewing is included as part of general admission.

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allory’s work as a professional sidewalk chalk artist brings vibrant, ephemeral beauty to Lubbock’s streets, with murals at the Caviel Museum, CASP, and the First Friday Art Trail. Her art spans the country, from Wisconsin, Arizona, Nebraska, and California, in effort to forward the importance of community engagement and interdisciplinary exploration, and accessibility to the arts.

Recently, Mallory won First Place at Amarillo College’s Chalk It Up Festival with her portrait of Quanah Parker. Her chalk creations extend to wall murals and gallery exhibitions at South Plains College, Co-Opt Research & Projects, and within her scenic charge work. Featured in the Panhandle PBS documentary Open Air, she highlights chalk art’s

fusion of visual and performance art, embracing its impermanence like theatre.

By day, Mallory is a professional fine artist, costume designer, and Associate Professor of Costume Design at Texas Tech. She also serves as Associate Director of Academic Affairs and Curriculum, Head of the Design Area, and TCVPA Coordinator of Strategic Initiatives. Nationally, she is Vice Chair of Design, Technology, and Management for the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival and a member of United Scenic Artists, Local 829 IATSE. In her spare time, she freelances as a Composite Sketch Artist for Law Enforcement and dabbles in currency design. n malloryprucha.com

n Special Visual Artist: Sangita Bhutada

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angita Bhutada is an educationist and an accomplished artist whose journey seamlessly blends her passion for advancing child education and preserving traditional Indian art.

Her artistic journey began in 1997, and she has since emerged as a luminary in the intricate arts of Rangoli and Henna. Rangoli, a traditional decorative folk art of India, is created on floors during auspicious occasions and festivals. This sacred art form, passed through generations, uses vibrant colors, flowers, grains, and intricate patterns to depict geometric shapes and floral designs, reflecting cultural traditions and folklore. Sangita’s illustrious career took flight at a Rangoli camp in India, where she taught 500 youngsters over a month.

Sangita’s creative portfolio includes seven books on Rangoli and eight on Henna art, demonstrating her commitment to preserving and advancing traditional art forms. Her Rangoli themes explore geometric patterns and floral designs, and even innovative surfaces like water and ice.

Her work is prominently showcased across renowned venues such as the Houston Museum of Natural Science and George Brown Convention Center, among others. A recent highlight was an exclusive digital Rangoli design for @toyotausa, brought to life through projection mapping and animations.

Sangita Bhutada’s artistry is not merely decorative but a vibrant expression of cultural heritage, inspiring audiences and keeping traditional Indian art alive for future generations.

Viewing of the artwork is included with general admission.

This artist & her remarkable artwork are proudly sponsored by

Creativity is contagious.

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CIVIC LUBBOCK, INC.

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The Lubbock Arts Festival Civic Lubbock, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Our mission is to foster and promote cultural, educational, and entertainment activities, to include the visual and performing arts, in the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center and Moonlight Musicals Amphitheater. Using the proceeds generated from the concession sales in these facilities and Select-A-Seat, Civic Lubbock, Inc. has been able to perpetuate that mission.

Civic Lubbock, Inc. thanks you for your support of the Lubbock Arts Festival and thanks the Lubbock Arts Alliance for producing this great celebration of the arts for our community.

Civic Lubbock, Inc. Board of Directors Jim Douglass, President · Lindley Herring, Vice President · Roger Karr, Secretary/Treasurer Betsy Bass · Christi Cage · James Eppler · Grace Q. Gonzales · Kathy Horkey-Wolff Beverly McBeath · Sammie Prather · Emily Wilkinson

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LUBBOCK ARTS FESTIVAL

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Lubbock Arts Alliance Bringing Art to Everyone

We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to making the arts accessible to all. Our mission is to foster the creation, understanding, and enjoyment of the arts.

Our Impact

Each year, over 19,500 residents and visitors participate in our programs, while hundreds of thousands experience our large-scale public art installations throughout Lubbock.

Our Signature Event

We proudly produce the Lubbock Arts Festival, the region’s largest and most celebrated fine arts event.

Named "Best in Texas" by the Texas Festivals & Events Association for four consecutive years, the Festival continues to set the standard for excellence in the arts.

Support the Arts!

Support the Lubbock Arts Alliance, the volunteer-driven nonprofit that brings the Lubbock Arts Festival to life every year—donate today!

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FLOWER POWER’S

INAUGURAL AWARD CEREMONY AT THE LUBBOCK ARTS FESTIVAL

Honoring Visionaries of Climate Action Awareness

FLOWER POWER IS PROUD TO PRESENT AWARDS TO DR. KATHARINE HAYHOE & DR. JYOTSNA SHARMA Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, acclaimed climate scientist and advocate, recognized for leading global initiatives for sustainable environmental solutions and making complex science accessible and relatable.

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FLOWER POWER'S CORE MISSION To generate climate change awareness, affect change, and take action to address humanity's catastrophic footprint on a global scale, with eco-kinetic art.

Our exhibit will feature Flower Power inspired artwork from Texas Tech University’s Art, Environment & Sustainability course, taught by Professor Carol Flueckiger.

JOIN US: Saturday, April 12th

4PM

Exhibit Hall, Civic Center

www.flowerpower.vip +1 (516) 847-2407 info@flowerpower.vip

*Artwork by Christophe Vacher 2x Emmy Award winner

Dr. Jyotsna Sharma, distinguished professor and founder of the Sharma Laboratory, recognized for her research contributing to the preservation of biodiversity and maintenance of healthy ecosystems.

CREATE! IMAGINE! EXPLORE!

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Young Artist & Young Writer's Competitions